What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Coordinator II position at Texas A&M University?
Job Title
Laboratory Coordinator II
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Chemistry
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Here’s a Glimpse of the Job
The Chemistry Department at Texas A&M University is hiring two new Laboratory Coordinator IIs. The Laboratory Coordinators II will oversee the daily operations of instructional laboratories and will support high-quality laboratory instruction for undergraduate and professional students. The selected candidates will prepare laboratory materials, train teaching assistants, and teach or co-teach laboratory sessions while ensuring compliance with laboratory safety protocols. These positions will also coordinate the setup, operation, and maintenance of multiple laboratory sections each week and will help maintain a safe, organized, and effective learning environment.
Opportunities to Contribute:
Special Note: Must be able to work non-standard hours as needed.
Qualifications:
Select the Apply button to begin your application. Submitting a cover letter and resume is strongly recommended and will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Why Texas A&M University?
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Texas A&M University’s Department of Chemistry is a cadre of faculty, staff, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, academic advisors, scientific and technical staff, who have a shared purpose of translating our passion for chemistry to young scholars at all levels in many scientific fields. To learn more, please visit our website: http://www.chem.tamu.edu/
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Laboratory Coordinator II
Agency
Texas A&M University
Department
Chemistry
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
College Station, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Here’s a Glimpse of the Job
The Chemistry Department at Texas A&M University is hiring two new Laboratory Coordinator IIs. The Laboratory Coordinators II will oversee the daily operations of instructional laboratories and will support high-quality laboratory instruction for undergraduate and professional students. The selected candidates will prepare laboratory materials, train teaching assistants, and teach or co-teach laboratory sessions while ensuring compliance with laboratory safety protocols. These positions will also coordinate the setup, operation, and maintenance of multiple laboratory sections each week and will help maintain a safe, organized, and effective learning environment.
Opportunities to Contribute:
- Assist with laboratory instruction training and support.
- Coordinate, supervise, and lead instructional laboratory sessions for undergraduate and professional students.
- Provide technical and academic support to students during laboratory activities.
- Ensure compliance with applicable policies, safety regulations, and laboratory procedures.
- Oversee instructional and ancillary laboratory spaces, both physical and digital.
- Support daily laboratory operations, maintenance, and long-term organizational initiatives.
- Maintain laboratory safety standards and operational effectiveness.
- Transport and handle hazardous materials in accordance with regulations.
- Grade and manage laboratory assignments, homework, quizzes, and examinations.
- Administer laboratory software systems and instructional technologies.
- Assist with laboratory supervision for large-enrollment courses.
- Prepare instructional materials, pre-laboratory presentations, and examinations.
- Manage and maintain instructional laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
- Support outreach activities, including laboratory setup and event coordination.
- Contribute to laboratory administration, assessment activities, and continuous improvement efforts.
Special Note: Must be able to work non-standard hours as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Two years of related experience
- Ability to bend and/or stoop for long periods.
- Ability to lift and/or move moderate to heavy weight objects.
- Master’s degree in chemistry.
- Industry and/or teaching experience.
- Knowledge of chemistry laboratory techniques and standard laboratory equipment.
- Ability to assist in teaching Graduate, Professional, and undergraduate students in laboratory techniques.
- Knowledge and ability to handle chemicals in a safe manner.
- Knowledge of computers and cloud computing environments.
- Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to cultivate and maintain professional working relationships with people from variety of experiences and perspectives.
Select the Apply button to begin your application. Submitting a cover letter and resume is strongly recommended and will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.
Why Texas A&M University?
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Texas A&M University’s Department of Chemistry is a cadre of faculty, staff, graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, academic advisors, scientific and technical staff, who have a shared purpose of translating our passion for chemistry to young scholars at all levels in many scientific fields. To learn more, please visit our website: http://www.chem.tamu.edu/
We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration. Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums
- 12-15 days of annual paid holidays
- Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month
- Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas
- Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time
- Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more
- Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee
- Living Well, a program at Texas A&M that has been built by employees, for employees
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.